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Ye Xuan is commended for a heroic act, attracting the attention of Officer Li and the school. He then surprises everyone by drastically improving his academic performance, rising from near the bottom to fifth in his class, despite initially downplaying his abilities. This newfound success also leads to an unexpected interaction with Xiao Nanwei, a beautiful schoolmate who previously rejected him.
Ye Xuan wins the second prize in the Super Lotto, securing 400,000 yuan. He decides to invest this capital, using 'Stock Market Information' and leverage to generate significant profits. His success in the stock market, rapidly turning 350,000 yuan into millions, garners attention from a securities company manager.
Ye Xuan uses newfound skills and a 'Lucky Aura' to win a critical basketball game against a rival school, saving Xue Meng from a tragic fate. He receives a 'First Life Light and Shadow Fragment,' which reveals a past event: Xiao Nanzhi (Xiao Nanwei) falling ill during high school, a detail unknown in his current life.
Ye Xuan invests 500,000 yuan to buy a hot pot restaurant from Old Chen, whose daughter needs expensive surgery. Despite initial skepticism, his friends Xiao Nanwei, Lin Xitong, Hong Letao, and Wang Qian decide to invest and support his entrepreneurial vision, forming a 'team' and discussing shareholding.
Ye Xuan continues to excel academically, scoring 723 points in a mock exam, surpassing the school's top student, Chu Ran. He then uses 'Rejuvenating Water' to cure Wang Qian's fever before the college entrance exam, earning substantial 'causality value' and solidifying his path to becoming a top student.
Ye Xuan scores 730 points on the college entrance exam, becoming the top science student in Baishui City. This achievement leads to a recruitment battle between Peking University and Tsinghua University, with both institutions eager to enroll him. He uses his newfound wealth to move his family and address his growing prominence.
Ye Xuan handles a meeting with a securities general manager, setting clear boundaries and gaining Chen Shuyi as his dedicated account manager. His hot pot restaurant has its grand opening, attracting various important figures like Director Chen and the richest man in Mingcheng, Lin Baoshan, showcasing his growing influence and business acumen.